Intake of Dietary Fiber Associated with Lower Risk of Death
Results from an analysis of 64 studies with a total of more than 3 million participants supported prior findings that dietary fiber intake is associated with better health. People who reported higher consumption of dietary fiber were significantly less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, cancer, or other causes during the study period. To continue […]
Should You Eat Gluten Free?
Many restaurants now offer gluten-free menu options and grocery stores have gluten free offerings throughout. But is “going gluten-free” the right choice for you? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition […]
Daily Food Choices
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Intake of Added Sugars Associated with Elevated Metabolic Syndrome Risk
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of heart disease risk factors. High carbohydrate diets have been associated with higher risk for elevated metabolic syndrome risk, but a recent study supports the body of research suggesting that not all carbohydrates are equal. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in […]
Five Ways to Identify Ultraprocessed Foods
The research is clear: a diet high in ultraprocessed foods is associated with higher risk for overweight, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. These conditions are all risk factors for cardiovascular disease (the leading cause of death worldwide) and they increase risk for other diseases, including cancer, chronic kidney disease, and dementia. Limiting […]
Don’t Be Fooled!
Did you ever notice that the least healthy foods are often the most heavily marketed? Knowing what tactics food and beverage marketers employ can help you (and your children or grandchildren) make the best choices. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health […]
Where Does Poultry Fit In?Â
Nutrition guidelines (and this newsletter) talk a lot about limiting intake of red meat (beef, lamb, pork, venison). But what about poultry? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as […]
Getting Enough Iodine When Cutting Salt Intake
Q: How can I be sure I’m getting enough iodine if I’m restricting the salt in my diet? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little as $18. And […]
Is Olive Oil the Best Choice?
Q: Is olive oil (or extra-virgin olive oil) really better for me than other oils? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little as $18. And access all of […]
Myth of the Month: “Negative Calorie” Foods
“Negative-calorie” foods are said to require more energy to chew and digest than they provide when eaten. Foods that have been given this label are usually fruits and vegetables with high fiber and water content, like celery, lettuce, tomatoes, and carrots. Proponents state that eating negative-calorie foods creates a calorie deficit, and thus you can […]